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Originally Posted by Not Afraid
OOOH! I LOVE etymology (and I know Liz loves Entymology) 
The Phrase "Skid Row" which we associate with disreputable areas was originated from the term Skid Road which were the tracks that loggers used to slide (or skid) logs down. The surrounding area was inhabited by loggers first, then by hobos, hence the disreputable association. I *believe* the term originated in Seattle. |
You are correct that it's from Seattle. The fact that they used fish oils to lubricate the logs and facilitate the skidding didn't help the area's reputation either.